Theo Tan

The majority of Theo’s practice deals with understanding traditional craft techniques to the point at which he is able to mis-use and reappropriate them. These investigations range from leathercraft, ceramics, precious metals and more, with the projects being pushed further with the use of computer aided design and manufacture. Digital techniques feature in his work through both input (scanning spatial data) and output (CNC).

Theo co-leads the 3D pathway on Foundation with Dom Johnson, teaching the exploration of ideas, feelings, form and function through the made-thing - the physical environment and the objects within it. They respond to a brief, question or problem through design. They consider audience, context, narrative and material and propose rational and/or speculative solutions. Ultimately, they look at the world in three dimensional terms - objects, spaces and people.